Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking a Regional Operations Manager to lead, supervise, and develop units in the Central-Southern region, ensuring operational excellence and continuous improvement of results.
Key Highlights:
1. Lead and develop management and operations teams
2. Ensure operational excellence and quality standards
3. Actively contribute to the growth of the expanding brand
REGIONAL OPERATIONS MANAGER – CENTRAL/SOUTHERN REGION
Work Area: Figueira da Foz, Leiria, Lisbon, and surrounding areas
Blend CoffeeShop by Grupo HC is undergoing strong growth and expansion and is looking to hire a Regional Operations Manager to lead, supervise, and develop our units in the Central-Southern region.
We seek an experienced professional with strong leadership ability, results orientation, and passion for operational excellence.
Main Responsibilities
* Ensure operational excellence across units under responsibility;
* Lead, develop, and supervise management and operations teams;
* Analyze and monitor operational, commercial, and financial KPIs;
* Implement action plans for continuous improvement of results;
* Ensure compliance with quality, service, and product standards;
* Guarantee adherence to HACCP and food safety regulations;
* Support operational audits and corrective action plans;
* Control operational costs, productivity, and unit profitability;
* Participate in the opening, integration, and development of new units;
* Collaborate directly with senior management in defining and executing the operational strategy.
Required Profile
* Higher education degree in Nutrition, Management, Food Engineering, or related field (preferred);
* Minimum 3 years’ experience in multi-unit operational management roles;
* Experience in foodservice, hospitality, or food retail sectors;
* Strong leadership and people management capabilities;
* Solid knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and quality control;
* Strong analytical skills and performance indicator orientation;
* Excellent organizational, planning, and decision-making abilities;
* Willingness to travel frequently between units;
* Valid driver's license.
What We Offer
* Integration into a solid and rapidly expanding corporate group;
* Active participation in brand growth;
* High level of autonomy and responsibility;
* Company vehicle for professional use;
* Company mobile phone, laptop, and other work tools;
* Compensation commensurate with demonstrated experience;
* Bonus scheme linked to objective achievement;
* Opportunities for professional growth within Grupo HC.
About Us
Grupo HC currently employs dozens of professionals and operates multiple units, and is undergoing sustained expansion of its brands Blend CoffeeShop, Pregaria Regional, HC Home, and HC Equip & Assist.
We seek individuals who value responsibility, trust, respect, humility, and the constant pursuit of improved results.
**If you believe you can lead teams, improve results, and contribute to the growth of an expanding operation, we want to meet you.**
Benefits:
* Company car
* Meal card/voucher
* Company mobile phone
Work Location: On-site